1972 Mercury Comet vs. 1984 Renault 25
To start off, 1984 Renault 25 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 2,780 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Renault 25 (122 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Renault 25 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 20 kg more than 1984 Renault 25.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Renault 25 (193 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1984 Renault 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Mercury Comet | 1984 Renault 25 | |
| Make | Mercury | Renault |
| Model | Comet | 25 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2780 cc | 2165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 178 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
